Join Us as a Principal Process Safety Engineer!
Location: Barrow-in-Furness – Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements! Talk to your recruiter about the options available for this role.
Salary: Starting at £47,241, with potential for more based on your experience.
Your Mission:
As a Principal Process Safety Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance. Here’s what you’ll be doing:
* Conducting DSEAR risk assessments and compliance activities
* Mentoring and nurturing junior engineers
* Reviewing and crafting explosion safety strategies
* Peer reviewing engineering work
* Performing comprehensive risk analysis
* Developing and producing essential processes and policy documentation for the site
Your Skills and Experience:
Essential:
* Experience in explosion safety engineering and hazard analysis
* Proficient in producing DSEAR risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis (preferably from a high hazard industry)
* A solid understanding of Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) with a proven track record in implementing business processes to meet strategic objectives
Desirable:
* Degree in a STEM discipline
* Experience with COMAH – Control of Major Accident Hazards (Safety Case support)
* Knowledge in Site Asset Protection and Fire Safety Engineering
What We Offer:
At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding our team members. Here’s what you can expect:
* Competitive pension scheme
* Employee share plans
* Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme and private health plans
* Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive
About the Safety & Environmental Team:
Join a dynamic team where you’ll collaborate with professionals ranging from principals to apprentices. You’ll engage with operational managers, department heads, and Health & Safety teams, gaining exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team. This role offers fantastic opportunities for professional growth, and we provide relocation support packages for eligible candidates across all Submarines roles.
Why Choose BAE Systems?
Here, you can truly make a difference! We foster an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and rewards integrity and merit. You’ll be empowered to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and strive to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date: 3rd March 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
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